date:Dec 10, 2013
om Manhattan, who are also selling their stake.
WhiteWave, spun off from U.S. dairy company Dean Foods Co (DF.N) last year, said in October 2012 it planned to grow by making acquisitions outside of its core products, which include Silk soy milk and International Delight creamers.
The company said it would operate Earthbound Farm as a separate business with no significant operational changes after the acquisition closes in the first quarter of 2014.
WhiteWave said it expected the acquisition t